Forklift Operator

Taiga Building Products is seeking a full-time Forklift Operator to join our Envirofor BC branch. The Forklift Operator is responsible for ensuring that the station they are working at has an efficient flow of goods, both inbound and outbound, to help maximize the production of that station. Constant communication with the office staff is required to be proactive on what’s up next, what critical items are needed, and to advise them of any issues that may arise. The operator reliably scans the movement of goods to their correct location when moving stock in the yard so that WMS is up to date with the correct real-time information. Depending on the station worked at, there may be supervisory responsibilities as well, which include, but are not limited to, assigning daily tasks and ensuring that supervised employees are working safely and effectively on their assignments. The operator also needs to participate in the ongoing group task of keeping the product in the yard organized.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Production Planner and/or the Shipper/Receiver to ensure smooth operations and effective task coordination.

OUR COMPANY:

We are an established international wholesale distributor of building products, with branches across Canada and the U.S. With over 50 years of reliable service, we are a publicly listed company on TSX, offering competitive compensation and a full benefits package.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs Pre-trip inspections of Forklift.
• Discusses with office staff the immediate priorities, daily tasks and other issues that may impact the process.
• Supplies an efficient flow of inbound and outbound goods to the station.
• Records daily production onto production sheets, if so required.
• Uses the scanner to update WMS in real-time, the use or movement of any product.
• Ensures any supervised employees are working safely and efficiently.
• Organizes the workstation area to keep it optimized for storage of product.
• Performs housekeeping of forklift, workstation and yard, to keep it clean and organized as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess a high skill level on a forklift.
• Can effectively supervise employees.
• Has extensive knowledge of products and product lines or is quick to learn them.
• Is an efficient multi-tasker and is well organized.
• Performs well when managing deadlines.
• Communicates well with co-workers.
• Is proficient with the use of a barcode scanner.
• Must have own transportation (no transit in the area)
• 2-3 years of relative experience required.

COMPENSATION:

• Hourly Rate: $22-$25
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Wellness